1970s Bessi Taupe Silk Jersey & Chiffon Dress designer-harvey-berin The customs designed screened floral

The customs designed screened floral pattern is a nod to her Japanese heritage

Heavy rawhide whip stitching finish

The skirt has the perfect amount of fullness that allows you wear it with or without a crinoline and not be too overwhelmed by volume

back metal zipper and hook & eye at the back neck

1970s Bessi Taupe Silk Jersey & Chiffon Dress designer-harvey-berin The customs designed screened floralMost Bessi dresses are flamboyant colorful things, but this one has a slightly more refined, laid back feel. This dress feels like it has stepped out of a time capsule it is in pristine, like new, condition. Made of a silk jersey combined with silk chiffon it uses the print to define and accentuate its shape and cut. I love how the the very full chiffon sleeves are cut extra wide and are defined by that beautiful print border edged in a graphic black